Who do I call first for disability services in Dauphin County, Pennsylvania?

Start with early intervention (children under 3), your school district's special education office (ages 3–21), and Pennsylvania vocational rehabilitation for employment. This guide points to the right front door for Dauphin County.

Is help available in Spanish in Dauphin County?

Yes. This Dauphin County guide includes Spanish-language support, and most Pennsylvania agencies provide interpretation on request.

What should I do in a disability-related crisis in Dauphin County?

For an immediate emergency call 911. For mental health crisis support call or text 988 (the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline), available 24/7. This page also lists local crisis resources where available.

Disability Services in Dauphin County, Pennsylvania

A free, plain-language guide to disability services in Dauphin County, Pennsylvania. Find who to call first for early intervention, special education, Medicaid waivers, transition planning, employment supports, and crisis help, with Spanish-language support. Always call to confirm details, which can change.

Services covered in Dauphin County

Early intervention (under 3) and special education / IEPs (ages 3–21)
Medicaid waivers and home- and community-based services
Vocational rehabilitation and supported employment
Transition planning, guardianship, and benefits
Crisis support: 911 for emergencies, 988 for mental health crisis

Local organizations in Dauphin County

Disability-related organizations on file with an address in Dauphin County. Details change, so always call to confirm before you visit.

Center for Independent Living of Central PA (CILCP) ((717) 731-1900, Harrisburg)
Project SEARCH — Cumberland Perry County Government (Carlisle). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
Project SEARCH — Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center (Hershey). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
The Arc of Pennsylvania. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
Catholic Charities — Capital Region Counseling (717-233-7978, Harrisburg)
Commonwealth Clinical Group Inc (717-236-3600 x303, Harrisburg)
Community Services Group Inc (877-907-7970, Harrisburg)
Merakey — Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) (717-238-8852 x127, Harrisburg)
Familycare at Union Deposit (717-232-9971, Harrisburg)
Hamilton Family Care at Millersburg (717-232-9971, Millersburg)
Hamilton Health Center Family Practice at Steelton (717-232-9971, Steelton)
HHC- South Allison Hill (717-232-9971, Harrisburg)
Commonwealth Charter Academy Charter School (HARRISBURG)
Healing To The Nations Evangelistic Ministries (HARRISBURG)
Merakey Education & Autism Center (HARRISBURG)
New Story School (HARRISBURG)
1st Health Home Care Llc (717-974-2880, HERSHEY). In-home support
360 Elite Healthcare Staffing (717-315-3397, HARRISBURG). Respite care
A Bridge Of Blessings Home Health Agency Llc (717-288-9244, HARRISBURG). In-home support
A Golden Memorial Adult Day Care Center,Llc (717-602-7564, HARRISBURG). Adult day program
Abby Care (717-540-3530, HARRISBURG)
Ace Health & Hospice, Llc (717-685-1546, HERSHEY)
Aveanna Healthcare (717-540-1051, HARRISBURG)
Bayada Home Health Care, Inc. (717-561-8800, HARRISBURG)

Statewide programs serving Dauphin County

These serve every county in Pennsylvania, including Dauphin County.

Institute on Disabilities. University center on disabilities (UCEDD)
Disability Rights Pennsylvania (800-692-7443). Protection & Advocacy: free disability rights legal help
Pennsylvania Developmental Disabilities Council ((717) 787-6057). State Council on Developmental Disabilities
TechOWL (Technology for Our Whole Lives) ((215) 204-1356). State assistive technology program: device loans, demos & reuse
PEAL Center (Parent Education & Advocacy Leadership) ((412) 281-4404). Parent center: free special-education help for families

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